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Patna Police Under Scrutiny: SSP Deploys ‘Third Eye’ to Verify Duty of 7,000 Constables
Bihar, State

Patna Police Under Scrutiny: SSP Deploys ‘Third Eye’ to Verify Duty of 7,000 Constables

Patna: In a major move to enhance transparency, accountability, and discipline within the Patna police force, the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kartikeya Sharma has launched a comprehensive verification drive targeting nearly 7,000 police constables deployed across the district. To ensure strict monitoring, seven senior officers have been tasked with the responsibility of inspecting approximately 1,000 constables each. The exercise, officially referred to as the “Third Eye” initiative, requires officers to physically visit deployment sites, rather than relying solely on attendance registers or office records. On-Site Physical VerificationThe SSP’s office issued clear instructions emphasizing physical inspection at each posting or deputation location. Officers must confirm tha...
Jammu & Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah Slams Nitish Kumar Over Hijab Controversy
jammu and kashmir, Politics, State

Jammu & Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah Slams Nitish Kumar Over Hijab Controversy

Srinagar: The hijab controversy involving Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has sparked nationwide debate. Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has demanded an apology from Kumar, calling the incident “unacceptable”. Abdullah argued that if the same action had been taken against a Hindu woman, the outrage across the country would have been even greater. The remarks came after a video from Patna surfaced showing Chief Minister Kumar allegedly attempting to remove the hijab of a woman during a government function. Abdullah criticized this action, saying: "Forget that she is a Muslim woman wearing a hijab. How can anyone touch a woman’s clothing or forcibly remove it? I have never done such a thing, so why did they feel the need to interfere with someone’s attire?" Abdull...
Ayodhya Ram Mandir Pratishtha Dwadashi: Grand Five-Day Celebration Scheduled
State, Uttar Pradesh

Ayodhya Ram Mandir Pratishtha Dwadashi: Grand Five-Day Celebration Scheduled

Ayodhya: The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra has announced the schedule for the Pratishtha Dwadashi celebration at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir. The five-day festivities will feature daily Manas recitations, religious kathas, and cultural programs in the evenings until 9 PM. The main event is set for 31 December, with Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expected to attend. According to Dr. Anil Mishra, trustee of the Ram Mandir, final preparations are underway to mark the second anniversary of the Ram Lalla Pratishtha Dwadashi. The entire temple complex is being thoroughly cleaned, and the Angad Teela area, designated for colorful cultural programs, is also being prepared. The festivities will officially begin on 29 December. Event Schedule: 2...
‘Every Mafia Linked to SP’: CM Yogi Attacks Opposition Over Codeine Cough Syrup Case
Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

‘Every Mafia Linked to SP’: CM Yogi Attacks Opposition Over Codeine Cough Syrup Case

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has openly spoken about the ongoing Codeine cough syrup smuggling case, delivering a sharp attack on the opposition. For the first time, CM Yogi linked the criminal networks involved in the illicit trade to the Samajwadi Party (SP), offering a new angle in the controversy that has dominated political discourse. Addressing the media ahead of the winter session of the UP Assembly, CM Yogi, accompanied by Deputy CMs Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak, emphasized that the state government has taken stringent action under the NDPS Act. “Police have carried out large-scale arrests. It is no secret that every active mafia in the state has connections with the Samajwadi Party,” CM Yogi said. SP Links and Investigation UpdatesThe Chie...
PMC Election 2026: 2,000 BJP Aspirants for 165 Seats, Party Faces Rebellion Risk
Maharashtra, Politics, State

PMC Election 2026: 2,000 BJP Aspirants for 165 Seats, Party Faces Rebellion Risk

Pune: The BJP is facing a major challenge ahead of the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) elections. While the party needs to allocate seats to its alliance partner, Shiv Sena, it is simultaneously confronted with an overwhelming number of internal aspirants—nearly 2,000 BJP workers have applied for just 165 seats. There are concerns that dissatisfied applicants could rebel if ticket allocations do not meet their expectations. BJP Dominance in PuneVoting for the PMC will take place on 15 January 2026, with results declared on 16 January. The BJP has historically been strong in Pune, giving it a perceived advantage in the municipal elections. In 2017, the party won 98 seats in the PMC for the first time. Last year, it secured all six assembly constituencies in Pune and also controls the Pu...
‘Mananiya’ Should Not Be Used for Bureaucrats, Allahabad High Court Questions Officials
State, Uttar Pradesh

‘Mananiya’ Should Not Be Used for Bureaucrats, Allahabad High Court Questions Officials

Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has raised serious questions regarding the use of the term “Mananiya” (Honourable) for bureaucrats and state government officials. The court directed the Principal Secretary of the Revenue Department to submit a personal affidavit explaining under which law or protocol officials’ names or designations are being prefixed with “Mananiya.” The order was passed by a division bench comprising Justice Ajay Bhanot and Justice Garima Prasad during the hearing of a petition filed by Yogesh Sharma. The bench specifically questioned why the designation “Additional Commissioner, Appeals” is being referred to as “Mananiya Additional Commissioner, Appeals.” Court Observes Misuse in Official CorrespondenceThe court observed that this trend subtly undermines the s...
CLAT 2026 Topper Geetali Gupta’s Result Reaction Video Goes Viral
Rajasthan, State

CLAT 2026 Topper Geetali Gupta’s Result Reaction Video Goes Viral

Jaipur: Success has a way of filling hearts with joy, and 17-year-old Geetali Gupta from Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, has given the perfect glimpse of this with her heartfelt reaction to the CLAT 2026 results. Geetali has achieved an extraordinary milestone by securing All India Rank 1 in the CLAT 2026 exam, scoring 112.75 out of 119 marks. Her achievement is not only a matter of personal pride but also a moment of immense happiness for her family and the entire state. Viral Video Captures Emotional MomentA video capturing Geetali’s reaction has gone viral on social media. In the clip, she is seen sitting in front of her home temple, nervously checking her roll number online. When her result appears on the screen, Geetali is visibly shocked, and her face lights up with pure joy and disbel...
Bijapur: Security Forces Engage in Encounter with Naxalites; Top Maoist Leaders Surrounded, Search Operation Underway
Chhattisgarh, State

Bijapur: Security Forces Engage in Encounter with Naxalites; Top Maoist Leaders Surrounded, Search Operation Underway

Bijapur, Chhattisgarh: Security forces in the Naxal-affected district of Bijapur have launched a major operation against Maoist insurgents. An encounter is currently underway in the Bhairamgarh-Indravati area, where forces have surrounded several top Naxal leaders. Following intelligence inputs regarding the presence of a significant number of Maoists in the forests and hills of the district, security personnel, including units of the Bijapur DRG, initiated a joint search operation. Both sides have exchanged fire, and the situation remains tense as forces continue to engage the insurgents. Previous Encounters and SeizuresEarlier, on Thursday, a similar encounter took place in Sukma district of Bastar, where security personnel killed three Naxalites, including a woman. During the sear...
Agra: Former GST Commissioner’s Son Abhishek Exposed as Major Fraudster, Defrauds Multiple Jewelers
State, Uttar Pradesh

Agra: Former GST Commissioner’s Son Abhishek Exposed as Major Fraudster, Defrauds Multiple Jewelers

Agra: Abhishek, son of former GST Commissioner Kumod Mathur and resident of New Friends Colony, Delhi, has been revealed as a major fraudster involved in cheating jewelers across several districts, including Agra, Mathura, Delhi, and Madhya Pradesh. Following complaints filed in Agra, police investigations have uncovered that Abhishek’s scams may have caused losses exceeding ₹1 crore. Fraudulent Modus OperandiAccording to police, Abhishek would contact jewelers through a known intermediary and visit showrooms to purchase jewelry. He would pay with fake cheques or delay payments. Eight months ago, he allegedly acquired a gold chain from a showroom owner but never made the payment. On 17 December, a fraud case was registered at Hariparvat Police Station against the former GST Commissio...
Bihar: Muslim Organizations Demand ₹50 Lakh Compensation in Nawada Lynching Case; Imarat-e-Sharia Supports the Move
Bihar, State

Bihar: Muslim Organizations Demand ₹50 Lakh Compensation in Nawada Lynching Case; Imarat-e-Sharia Supports the Move

Nawada: Muslim organizations in Bihar have strongly raised their voices following the lynching of Mohammad Athar Hussain in Nawada district. They are demanding compensation for the victim’s family, along with government job support for his wife and educational and healthcare assistance for his children. The demand has also received backing from Imarat-e-Sharia. According to reports, Hussain, a clothing vendor, was brutally attacked on December 5 in Bhatta village. Eyewitnesses stated that his identity was confirmed before the assault by asking for his name. He succumbed to his injuries while undergoing treatment on December 12. Demands for Justice and CompensationAddressing a press conference in Phulwarisharif, Mufti Mohammad Saeedul Rahman Qasmi, Nazim of Imarat-e-Sharia, described ...